Bayeux

After our sojourn in beautiful Dinard with our friends, we all headed home to Burgundy via the Normandy coast, a swing in the wrong direction. It was well worth the detour. Our first stop was Bayeux where for the moment, the incredible 230 foot long embroidered depiction of the events leading up the battle of Hastings in 1066 is on display. Created in the 11th century, this work of supreme dedication and craftsmanship is a real marvel. In 2025 the museum where it resides is being remodeled. The tapestry was slated to travel to England but that loan was cancelled. I imagine that the French got a little nervous at the idea of shipping off such an extraordinary and presumably fragile work of art. In the meantime the tapestry will be carefully stored away.